Cairo, Egypt

In 2024, a single person living in Cairo needs approximately EGP 14,850/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around EGP 28,925/month. Cairo is considered a relatively expensive city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Cairo costs approximately EGP 9,000/month in 2024. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around EGP 17,000/month. Rent has changed +6.4% vs 2023.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Cairo are approximately EGP 3,200 in 2024. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Cairo costs EGP 320 in 2024, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Cairo average EGP 1,050 in 2024, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Cairo is located in Egypt (Africa). With a 1-bed rent of EGP 9,000/month and total single-person expenses around EGP 14,850/month, it is relatively expensive by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Cairo costs approximately EGP 160 in 2024. Budget around EGP 1,280/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Cairo from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 74.5% over this period (from EGP 7,920 in 2022 to EGP 13,824 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Cairo in 2024, a single person needs approximately EGP 14,850/month. This covers rent (EGP 9,000), groceries (EGP 3,200), transport (EGP 320), utilities (EGP 1,050) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around EGP 28,925/month.